Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Queensland

Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Queensland Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Queensland supports, advocates and empowers people with Intellectual Disabilities!

Currently we provide information and support, not only to families, but also through affiliate membership which includes teachers, therapists, medical professionals and other community workers. Information is also available to the general public, a service used particularly by students and hospital staff.

A week in review at DSIDQ 💙Last week, our CEO Sarah joined a great group of carers at MyTime. There were some really hon...
25/08/2026

A week in review at DSIDQ 💙

Last week, our CEO Sarah joined a great group of carers at MyTime. There were some really honest and tough conversations around the table about the challenges many families are experiencing right now. Some carers had to leave early to pick up the kids, but the conversations and connections continued.

It was a wonderful reminder of why spaces like MyTime matter. It creates a place where families can connect, feel recognised and supported, and know they’re not navigating things alone.

Over the weekend, we also headed out to the game! 🏉 It was great to not only get out in the community, connect with people and enjoy a bit of footy, but to run along and get a sneak peak into the behind-the-scenes.

And there’s a new episode of our podcast Making My Time Your Time out now! 🎙️ This episode features Janene, one of our wonderful MyTime facilitators, sharing more about MyTime (a free program for carers to connect) and the importance of creating supportive spaces for carers. Give it a listen on spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/29PK2aBJgE06Ip9iMfukg7

Back in the office, our team has been hard at work getting ready for our upcoming events, like Hear Me Out and the upcoming Townsville Gala. There’s a lot that goes into making these things happen and our team is busy making it all come together.
Another big week at DSIDQ, and plenty more to come! 💙

Want to get involved in our programs or learn more about our services?
📧 [email protected]
📞 (07) 3356 6655

Some of the BTS moments at the Titans run 🙌This is inclusion in action. Thank you so much to gctitans 💙
23/08/2026

Some of the BTS moments at the Titans run 🙌

This is inclusion in action. Thank you so much to gctitans 💙

Your voice matters.The Queensland All Abilities Network (QAAN) is looking for people with intellectual disability (18+) ...
22/08/2026

Your voice matters.

The Queensland All Abilities Network (QAAN) is looking for people
with intellectual disability (18+) who want to help shape decisions
in our community.

If you, or someone you know:
✓ Wants to have a say on things that matter to you
✓ Wants to help other people with ID
✓ Enjoy meeting new people and learning new things
✓ Can join regular meetings
..we'd love to hear from you.

→ Expression of Interest Form here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=5P7YLXQvEkuO0RP9IGFPzIp8m8jFwyNIp9QSSPId5ARUMFMwUk5PMTQxOFRCTllSWjczTTZEVlNDSS4u&origin=lprLink&route=shorturl

Find out more here:
https://idqld.org.au/advisory-group/

Call (07) 3356 6655 or email [email protected] for help applying.

It’s here | Making MyTime, Your TimeOur latest episode of Now and the Future is out today.Michael Harrison is joined by ...
19/08/2026

It’s here | Making MyTime, Your Time

Our latest episode of Now and the Future is out today.

Michael Harrison is joined by Janene McPhillips Phillips, who facilitates MyTime groups in Lawnton and Caboolture.

Janene shares her own experience as a mum and carer, including what it was like to first attend MyTime herself before becoming a facilitator.

They talk about something that can be easy to overlook when we’re talking about disability support — the person doing the caring also needs support.

MyTime gives parents and carers a chance to get together, share what’s happening in their lives, meet people who understand and take a little time for themselves.

In this episode, Michael and Janene talk about:
• the reality of caring for a child with additional needs
• why connection with other carers matters
• how MyTime can help with isolation
• Janene’s journey from participant to facilitator
• and why looking after yourself is part of being there for your family.

If you’re a parent, family member or carer, I hope you’ll give this one a listen.
🎧 Making MyTime, Your Time is available now.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts or through this link: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/78776e91-0bed-4941-b348-efd13f3a2b06/

Find out more about MyTime and groups near you through this link: https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/qld/services-and-supports/family-carers-and-friends/mytime/

The Ekka! 🎡💙Our DSIDQ classes made the most of last week, heading out for not one, but multiple Ekka excursions! 😂From ...
19/08/2026

The Ekka! 🎡💙

Our DSIDQ classes made the most of last week, heading out for not one, but multiple Ekka excursions! 😂

From exploring the showgrounds to enjoying the rides, displays and, of course, a strawberry sundae (a very important part of the day!), it was a wonderful opportunity to get out into the community, try new things and enjoy the Ekka together.

A huge thank you to our wonderful volunteers and staff who helped make these outings possible. Your time, energy and support make such a difference and help create more opportunities for people with intellectual disability to be active and included in their community.

We love seeing our classes out and about, making memories and enjoying everything Queensland has to offer. 💙

Who else made it to the Ekka this year? 👇

A week in review at DSIDQ 💙Another week flew past just like that, with plenty happening in our programs, our community a...
18/08/2026

A week in review at DSIDQ 💙

Another week flew past just like that, with plenty happening in our programs, our community and out in the wider sector.

Here's what we got up to:
🎡 was calling! Our classes headed out on their Ekka excursions. Yes, multiple excursions! 😂 There was plenty to see, do and enjoy (espeically the strawberry sundae!)

🎨 MyTime Bribie got creative this week with a plant pot painting activity! A great way to spend time together, get creative and have a few laughs along the way.

🤝 Connecting across the sector
Our CEO, Sarah Bone, attended the annual DSC Conference and a PEAKS meeting this week, catching up with colleagues and making new connections across the disability sector.

It was a nice time to reconnect with industry partners including a catch-up with Anthony from . She also enjoyed hearing from .au (Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority) and Max Wise, Deputy Director-General.

From creative activities and community outings to connecting with sector leaders and partners, it’s been a full week at DSIDQ!

To join in on our activities or to learn more about our services, please contact [email protected] or call (07) 3356 6655.

A little throwback to the DSC NDIS National Disability Insurance Scheme Conference in Brisbane. One of the highlights wa...
17/08/2026

A little throwback to the DSC NDIS National Disability Insurance Scheme Conference in Brisbane.

One of the highlights was hearing Jeremy Cooke and Anthony Barnes talk about employment, opportunity and what can happen when people are given the chance to show what they can do.

Jeremy works as a Foyer Attendant at Carina Leagues Club, and we’re so proud to have played a part in helping make that connection happen.

We also loved hearing Anthony share his experience with Capital SMART Repairs and the importance of creating workplaces that recognise the strengths of people with intellectual disability.

For families, carers and our community, stories like Jeremy’s are an important reminder that employment is possible when people are given opportunity, the right support and an employer who believes in their strengths.

We’re proud to be part of the connections that help make those opportunities happen.

Here’s to more possibilities, more inclusive workplaces and more people finding their place at work. 💙

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77 Kitchener Road
Ascot, QLD
4007

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Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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